1999 Opel Omega vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (206 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 87 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Omega | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
